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Drawing on landscapes and wildlife
Artist Merrian Dennis has lived and painted at her Gnotuk home for 40 years, inspired by the surrounding volcanic lakes and plains.
Spate of Colac driving offences
A learner driver who allegedly reached breakneck speed in Colac’s Murray Street – including more than 80kmh above the limit – will face court over charges that include endangering life.
Car and bike thefts in city
Colac police are appealing for information about the theft of a car and damage of another vehicle at South Colac Sports Club.
Public backing for pill testing
More than three quarters of people in Colac Otway believe there should be harsher penalties for drink drivers and more than half support pill testing, new data shows.
Orchardists worried as bee pest spreads
Colac district berry producers and beekeepers alike are keeping a close watch on New South Wales’ varroa mite outbreak.
Offender fined
A Colac man who failed to complete court-ordered community work has received a $1000 fine instead.
Fatal crash unpacked: Coroner suggests fix-up on district road
Speed, a local road’s poor condition and driver unfamiliarity all played a part in a fatal crash near Birregurra, a Coroner’s report says – with recommendations to fix a deadly dip.
Empty shops are filling up
Colac’s commercial vacancy rate is at a record low, with more new businesses filling up the city’s empty shops, and a shortage of industrial properties to meet the roaring demand.